| Address | Priory Road |
| | Dartford |
| | DA1 2BJ click for street map |
| Telephone | 01322 488750/285651 |
| Email | ceremonies.west@kent.gov.uk |
| Facilities Available | At the front of the building is a walled garden featuring wooden seating and ornamental figures. The facade of the Gatehouse provides an interesting backdrop for photograph opportunities. To the rear of this historic building is yet another seating area, where pictures of the couple might be taken in a more private setting.
On site parking is limited to the couple and spaces for the disabled. There are further public car parks within walking distance.
Full disabled access and toilet facilities are provided. |
| Room Details | The Lord Irving Suite -
Completed in the early 1990's, this extension was added to the hall to provide a self contained prestigious and spacious function room. Ceremonies in this room can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests.
The Anne of Cleves Room -
Situated in the oldest part of the building, the Anne of Cleves Room features timbered beams. A tapestried lovers pew takes pride of place within the period fireplace. This charming room allows for up to 30 guests. |
| Description | Following the dissolution of Dartford Priory, Henry VIII chose the site to construct a Manor House between 1541 and 1544 for his personal use. Anne of Cleves was given the Manor House as part of her divorce settlement by Henry, and lived there between 1553 and 1557. Elizabeth I retained the use of the Manor House but only stayed there on two occasions. Today it is just the Gatehouse that remains, offering a choice of two rooms for ceremonies.
Please note: There will be an extra charge for legal preliminaries (notices of marriage).
All ceremonies are subject to availability.
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